oes a rec centre NORTH Van City Coun. Darrell Mussatto ques- tioned arcade plan. Essays sought The YWCA of Vancouver’s second annual Real Story competition invites all young women attending high school in the Lower Liam Lahey Courributing Writer IT’S likely game over for two West Vancouver residents proposing to build a new recre- ation centre on the North Shore. Zia Rahimi and Ali Mohammad Goldan made their pitch before North Vancouver City council on Sept. 28. ‘The two men were secking support from council to build what they consid- er a recreation centre for teens. However, as Rahimi spoke to coun- cil members, it became increasingly clear Rahinii intends to open an arcade with plans to develop it inte a recreation ven- tre of sorts, “We want to see how you (city coun- cil) can help us expand eur business,” Rahimi said. “We want to expand our business tor teens.” Rahimi and Goldan had no forinal business plans in place, no official com: pany name, ne business licence, and no akternative plan if council rejected: their plea. ‘Vhe unorthodey proposal seemed to take council by surprise, as looks af con- tision and bewilderment: crossed the faces ot all the councillors and even the members of the public seated ins the gallery. “Whar steps have you taken thus far Mr. Rahimi?” asked Coun. Bab Fearnley, “Do vou have 2 business licence?” Rahimi appeared to be overwhelmed by council’s Jack of understanding, and stated that a business licence was “meaningless” without the support of council, “We have a business plan in’ place that’s about 60% ready,” said Rahimi. Heather Prescesky, Credential Credentiat Securities advisor Securities Heather Prescesky is pleased to invite you to a special investment Wednesday, October 7, 1998 — North Shore News ~ 31 “Our anain issue is we want to cstab- lish our business and we're asking the city for support to help us.” Ina letter to Mayor Jack Loucks dated Aug. 19, Rabin and Goldan said “'There’s no way we can support this.” — Coun. Darrel! Mussatto they wanted to “establish a healthy fam- fy recreation centre comprising (of) devices for computer games and arcade operated, toward the objective of intel- lectual development, creativity and con- solidation of decision-making power in is well published throughout the country, and is on the baard of Canada’s Social Investrnent ecome an arcade? children, adolescents and young adults The support Rahimi and Goldan are requesting from the council was also foun. “Mr. Rahimi, vou said vou wanted our (couneil’s) support materially and spiritually,” Coun. Darrell Mussarto said. “TP know we ean give vou our spiritu: al support, but are vou aware we don’t give out licences to arcades?” To this question, Rahimi beeame slightly agitated. “TE know that,” he insisted. “Bur if you accept this business, you can help us.” Couneil did net make any firm deci- sion as to whether or not to: support Rahimi and) Goldan’s proposal last week. But said Mussatto, “There's no way we can support this.” Free Investment Seminar Thursday, October 15, 1998 Hollyburn Country Club 950 Cross Creek, West Vancouver, 7:00pm-3:30pm Mainland to write a person- al story about “the woman I aspire to be.” Story submissions, written in English and no longer than 750 words, will be judged on content and style. The contest is open to. Entry forms are available at presentation featuring Michael Organization. Mr. Jantzi will be Jantzi of Michael Jantzi Research demonstrating MJRA's proprietary software, which enables screening of individual portfolios using cus- tomized ethical criteria. Associates Inc. Mr. Jantzi, founder of Michael Jantzi Research Associates, is a leading consultant and advocate Michael Jantzi Research Associates Inc. Join us for this free seminar. ~eg Canada’s sorta iret carat on social investment and corpo- Space is limited. Kindly RSVP to high schools or by calling the YWCA at 895-5768. The deadline is Oct. 23. Prize money will total $3,750 for both junior (grades 8, 9 and 10) and _ senior (graces 11 and £2) categories. rate social responsibility issues. He VanCity Teleservice at 877-7000. Securities are offered through Credential Securities inc.,.a subsidiary of Credit Union Central of Canada. Credential Securities is a Member - CIPF PAN ~VanCity It’s right here. Spend $25 at the Park Royal Home Show October 5 to 11 and receive a free candle lantern. See concierge for details. ca